A Taste of Amsterdam at Twilight Guide

When the sun goes down in Amsterdam, the culinary adventures are just beginning. This city has always been a place of migration, refuge and trade, leading to a diverse mix of cultures and influences. Embark on an evening odyssey for a taste of this unique city, from traditional farmers’ markets to ultra-hip restaurants. Taste local and international dishes, toast with specialty beer, wine, cocktails and gin, and listen to enthralling tales of Dutch history.

HUMUS KAMPIOEN
GIN & TONIC BAR
DE BALLENBAR
Tropisch Winkel Rustem
PETIT GATEAU
MENEER DE WIT HEEFT HONGER
CAFÉ AMOI

HUMUS KAMPIOEN

Iranian owner Amir has been perfecting his hummus recipe for 20 years. Taste his mango, smoked lemon and Persian spice varieties and you’ll fall in love.

Address: Ten Katemarkt

GIN & TONIC BAR

Sip a creative G&T creation, topped with elegant botanical garnishes and fresh herbs. The cocktails here change every week and are always Instagram-worthy.

Address: Foodhallen, Bellamyplein 51

DE BALLENBAR

Bitterballen (fried breaded meatballs) is a classic Dutch beer snack, but Michelin-starred chef Peter Gast adds a modern twist by adding truffle or Amsterdam Old Cheese and spinach.

Address: Foodhallen, Bellamyplein 51

Tropisch Winkel Rustem

This tiny family-owned Surinam shopmakes fresh Surinam baras daily with their homemade mango chutney… spicy and ooooh so delicious

Address: Ten Katestraat 36, 1053 CG

PETIT GATEAU

A trip to Paris inspired Meike Schaling to create this charming patisserie with her husband. The selection of artful mini-cakes is dazzling and they are as delectable as they look.

Address: Haarlemmerstraat 80

MENEER DE WIT HEEFT HONGER

Taste the rich, slow-cooked flavours of several different vegetarian dishes created by chef Simo Bouabgha, who learned to cook from his Moroccan grandmother.

Address: Witte de Withstraat 10